AI Accelerates Nuclear Force Insights from Neutron Stars

• AI framework applies multiple nuclear interaction models to neutron star properties with near-instantaneous computational speed, replacing computationally intractable traditional approaches[1] • The methodology connects quantum mechanical properties of neutrons and protons to observable neutron star characteristics derived from astrophysical events[1] • Framework validation demonstrates consistency with terrestrial nuclear experiments, though with larger uncertainties than laboratory measurements[1] • Three-body force modeling represents a key technical achievement, as these forces only emerge when three or more nucleons occupy close proximity[1] • Integration with next-generation gravitational wave detectors and neutrino observatories (such as DUNE, Super-K, Hyper-K) will enable precision measurements of neutron skin thickness and equation-of-state parameters relevant to merger events[2]

This AI-driven approach establishes a new paradigm for multi-scale physics research, bridging astrophysical observations with fundamental nuclear physics. The framework's success suggests broader applications for machine learning in computationally intractable physics problems. Future implications include: (1) enhanced interpretation of gravitational wave signals from neutron star mergers through improved equation-of-state constraints[2]; (2) better understanding of core-collapse supernovae detection in large-scale neutrino experiments[2]; (3) potential discovery of exotic matter phases at extreme densities; and (4) acceleration of fundamental physics discoveries by replacing hours of CPU-intensive computation with AI inference. The methodology may serve as a template for similar multi-scale physics challenges across astrophysics and condensed matter research.